There are two forms of Commonwealth Scholarships: – Commonwealth Indigenous Accommodation Scholarships (5 on offer) and; – Commonwealth Indigenous ...
Snow Scholarships
The Snow Scholarship is one of Australia’s most generous and transformative undergraduate programs, designed predominantly to support students in Canberra and regional or rural NSW who face barriers to higher education.
Each Snow Scholarship is valued at up to $30,000 per year, providing residential, academic and wellbeing support to help you focus on your future:
* on-campus accommodation for up to 52 weeks each year (valued at approx. $15,000)
* an annual stipend of over $9,000 to help with everyday living costs like food, transport and study supplies
* tutoring and academic support, provided on top of your regular course
* health and wellbeing services, including GP visits, psychological counselling, and a gym or sporting membership
* skill-building programs, including mental health first aid training, financial literacy, cultural awareness training, and support to help you land your first job
* travel and relocation support.
Scholarship details
Application dates
How to apply
Externally managed. Apply at https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/study-at-uc/scholarships/snow-scholarships
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This scholarship is for:
Financial equity
Remote/rural studentsAreas of study:
- Any Area of Study
At Institution:
- University of Canberra
Study level:
- Undergraduate
Study Load:
- Full Time
Location:
- ACT
- NSW
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this Scholarship, you must:
- not be already enrolled and you do not plan to commence an undergraduate degree at UC prior to 12 October 2025;
- be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place for your chosen course;
- be able to commit to a full-time enrolment (unless you are a caregiver);
- be able to reside in the UC on-campus accommodation throughout your studies (unless you are a caregiver or can demonstrate exceptional circumstances) and;
- you belong to at least one of the below priority applicant groups:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander;
- Living in rural or regional NSW;
- Facing financial hardship;
- Living with a disability;
- A caregiver (including sole parents) and/or;
- Enrolled in or completed a pathway program.
How to Apply
Please apply through UC’s Scholarship application portal. You can find the application guide here.
You will be asked the following, but not limited to, questions:
- Which of the Snow Scholar values resonate with you and why?
- What do you hope to achieve for yourself and your community, and how would your chosen degree help you get there?
- How have these factors contributed to your personal growth and guided the path you are pursuing?